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Life at Sea!
Tue, July 30, 2024
4:00 P.M.
Northeast Regional Library
The Museum of the American Revolution presentsLife at Sea! Climb aboard as we learn about life on a privateer ship, including what a sailor might have eaten, what his job might have been, and how he would have passed the time. Meet some of the Revolution’s most famous sailors. All…
Printmaking for Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Tue, July 30, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Independence Library
This workshop will allow participants to learn about the role of print and posters in political discourse and the dissemination of ideas more broadly. We will discuss ideas enshrined in the Declaration of Independence and their relevance today, and with the guidance of professional printmakers,…
Scarlette's Web Crochet Club
Tue, July 30, 2024
4:30 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Join us as we crochet, share tips, and spend time with fellow artists. Beginners welcome!
Hip Hop Fundamentals
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Philadelphia City Institute
This ensemble of dynamic and energetic dancers use breakdancing and abundant audience participation to explore hip hop’s rich cultural history and how Black youth changed the world. The performance focuses on hip hop’s four principles: Peace, Love, Unity, and Having Fun! For children…
Comparative Skull Drawing with the Mütter Museum
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Fumo Family Library
In this lesson, students will learn a step-by-step approach to create a drawing from images of real human skulls in our famous Hyrtl Skull Collection. We will discuss how art and medicine can be used in complementary ways, identify differences in the skulls, as well as learn about Dr. Hyrtl, why…
*Class Full* Computer Skills for Beginners
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:00 P.M.
Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
* Class is full and not accepting new students. Please call the number below to find an alternate class location. * Need computer help? Take a free digital skills workshop at the Library! Learn how to use a computer, get online, and more. Training provided by Beyond Literacy, please call to…
Town Hall with State Representative Tarik Khan
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Falls of Schuylkill Library
Come meet Representative Khan and his staff! From 5:30 - 6:30 pm, they will be providing constituents with information on state government-related programs and services available like older adult SEPTA cards, PACE and PACENET, Property Tax and Rent Rebate applications, and more. From 6:30 pm -…
Narcan Training & Info Session
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:30 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Presented by UPenn's Center for Addiction Medicine and Policy (CAMP) Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to administer Narcan (naloxone) to reverse opioid overdoses and understand the dangers associated with illicit xylazine (tranq) use. This…
English Conversation Group
Tue, July 30, 2024
5:45 P.M.
Fishtown Community Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Gleb. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Night Raven Gaming Society
Tue, July 30, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
New to 40k... come and learn to play... experienced players we have organized play.... Assemble forces for historical battles in WWII, Vietnam, Middle East and even Modern conflicts. The Masquerade continues to with Vampire the Eternal Struggle here... Chose a clan and direct your minions to…
Roxborough Book Club
Tue, July 30, 2024
6:00 P.M.
Roxborough Library
Join the Roxborough Book Club for our monthly meeting and discussion on this month's book of choice. Book is chosen via their facebook group poll.
Infant and Toddler Storytime and Playgroup
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:00 A.M.
Fumo Family Library
Join Mr. John for stories, songs, and play! All programs are subject to change.
Toddler and Preschooler Storytime
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:15 A.M.
Charles Santore Library
We’re going to read books, sing songs and move our bodies at the library with Ms. Lindsay. This storytime is intended for children 18 months to 5 years old. Siblings welcome. Groups please call to make an appointment.
Leamos Spanish Literacy
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
Do you know a Spanish-speaking adult who wants to learn to read or write? Leamos™ (Let's Read) is a FREE Spanish literacy course that teaches adults how to read and write. For more information, call 215-868-8664 or email adultlearning@freelibrary.org .
Leamos: clases de alfabetización
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
¿Conoce a un adulto que habla español que quiere aprender a leer o escribir? Leamos ™ es un curso gratuito de alfabetización que enseña a los adultos cómo leer y escribir. Para más información, llame al 215-685-9996/escriba a…
Leamos: clases de alfabetización
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
¿Conoce a un adulto que habla español que quiere aprender a leer o escribir? Leamos ™ es un curso gratuito de alfabetización que enseña a los adultos cómo leer y escribir. Para más información, llame al 215-685-9996/escriba a…
Preschool Storytime & Play Group
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Richmond Library
Join Ms. Meghan for stories, songs, and fun for ages 4 and under with caregivers. Stay after Storytime to play. Siblings welcome. Text @ricprescho to 81010 for reminders.
Read, Baby, Read Family Storytime
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Read, Baby, Read Family Storytime Wednesdays, June 12 – August 7 at 10:30am Join us for stories, songs, bounces & rhymes! Best for children age 6 months to 3 years, but older siblings welcome! This program is made possible by a generous grant from the William Penn Foundation.
Play Group
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Whitman Library
Come play at the library! Toys for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will be set up in the children's area of the library 10:30-11:30 a.m. This program is for children under 5 years old. No sign up necessary, just show up! Large groups will not be permitted due to space.
Outdoor Preschool Storytime
Wed, July 31, 2024
10:30 A.M.
Oak Lane Library
Join us for stories, songs, and early literacy games! We will meet on the front lawn outside of the library. If it's over 85 degrees by 9:00 a.m., we will meet inside. Best for children, ages 3 - 5; siblings welcome. Most Wednesdays through August 14. An ASL interpreter is…